Head of Private Sales, Handbags
Core
Senior commercial lead responsible for originating, sourcing, developing, and executing high-value private sale transactions for handbags within the luxury goods sector.
Role type
Senior IC Head of Private Sales (Luxury Goods) (via careerplan.io/jobs/6192995004-head-of-private-sales-handbags-at-sothebys)
Builds
Private sale transactions for handbags
Domain
Luxury goods / Handbags / Art & Collectibles
Required skills
High-value transaction origination, client relationship management, business development, market intelligence, negotiation, strategic growth planning, brand ambassadorship, cross-functional collaboration, data record management, channel transition strategy
Preferred skills
Additional languages, deep luxury market knowledge
Technologies
Microsoft Office, relevant business systems
Responsibilities
Originate and execute private sale transactions for handbags; source exceptional property leveraging personal networks and Sotheby's global platform; cultivate relationships with ultra-high-net-worth clients, collectors, and dealers; develop and maintain a robust pipeline of private sale opportunities; participate in pricing, valuation, and transaction discussions; act as a market ambassador through industry events and thought leadership; collaborate with auction and specialist teams to maximize commercial outcomes; contribute to strategic growth initiatives and business planning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC